Xiuying Li
About Xiuying Li
Xiuying Li is a social worker at NYU Langone Health with extensive experience in mental health and gerontology.
Current Role at NYU Langone Health
Xiuying Li currently holds the position of Social Worker at NYU Langone Health. She has been in this role since 2019 and is based in Brooklyn, New York. In this capacity, she provides psychotherapy and in-home counseling services to clients experiencing a range of mental health challenges. Her work focuses on enhancing the emotional, physical, and psychosocial well-being of older adults.
Professional Experience in Mental Health Services
Before her current role, Xiuying Li worked at the Mental Health Service Corps as a Behavioral Therapist from 2018 to 2019. During this time, she worked in the Greater New York City Area, where she contributed to addressing mental health concerns in diverse patient populations. Additionally, she served as a Counselor at Henry Street Settlement from 2018 to 2019 in New York, New York, where she provided crucial mental health support and counseling services.
Internships in Research and Program Coordination
Xiuying Li's early career was shaped by various internship roles that bolstered her skills and experience. She interned as a Research and Development Intern at the NYC Department for the Aging from 2017 to 2018, and as a Program Coordinator Intern at the Arthritis Foundation in 2017. These roles allowed her to develop strong research and program coordination skills, particularly in senior service agencies.
Educational Background in Social Work
Xiuying Li pursued higher education rigorously, obtaining her Master's degree in Social Work from Columbia University in the City of New York between 2016 and 2018. Prior to this, she earned her Bachelor's degree in Social Work from Fudan University, where she studied from 2011 to 2016. Her academic focus was heavily influenced by her intergenerational experiences with her grandparents, leading her to specialize in gerontology.
Technical Skills and Research Expertise
Xiuying Li possesses robust technical skills, particularly in research and data analysis. She is proficient in using SPSS, STATA, and Excel, which she applies to her work in understanding and addressing mental health and gerontological issues. Her strong focus on research allows her to contribute valuable insights and evidence-based practices to her roles in the non-profit and healthcare sectors.